High Protein Tofu Souvlaki Bowls

Serves 3
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Directions

  1. 1Bring a small pot of generously salted water to a boil.
  2. 2Carefully add tofu pieces and gently boil for 5 minutes.
  3. 3Drain and pat dry the tofu.
  4. 4Whisk together all the marinade ingredients.
  5. 5Toss the tofu in the marinade.
  6. 6Let the tofu marinate for 10–15 minutes (or longer).
  7. 7Heat a thin layer of avocado oil in a pan over medium heat.
  8. 8Cook tofu for 3–4 minutes on each side until browned and crispy.
  9. 9For the tomato cucumber salad, combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  10. 10Refrigerate the tomato cucumber salad until ready to serve.
  11. 11For the tzatziki, mix all ingredients in a bowl.
  12. 12Refrigerate the tzatziki.
  13. 13Build your bowls with rice, crispy tofu, tomato cucumber salad, pickled onions, kalamata olives, and a big scoop of tzatziki.

Ingredients

  • 1 block extra firm tofu, ripped or cubed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 lemon lemon zest
  • 1.5 tbsp tamari or soy sauce
  • 2 tsp maple syrup
  • 2 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced or grated
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup chopped cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup chopped cucumbers
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 0.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.5 cup grated cucumber (squeezed of excess moisture)
  • 0.75 cup plain (vegan) Greek yogurt
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1.5 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (sub dill or parsley)
  • 0.5 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • white rice
  • pickled onions
  • Kalamata olives

Equipment

small potpansmall bowl

Tips

  • Boiling tofu is easier than pressing and allows it to soak up more flavor.
  • Add 2 garlic cloves to the tzatziki for repelling vampires.
High Protein Tofu Souvlaki Bowls | Clip Recipe